Why are Northants called the steelbacks?
Why are Northants called the steelbacks?
Its limited overs team is called the Northants Steelbacks – a reference to the Northamptonshire Regiment which was formed in 1881. The name was supposedly a tribute to the soldiers’ apparent indifference to the harsh discipline imposed by their officers.
Is Northamptonshire in East Midlands?
Northamptonshire, administrative and historic county in the East Midlands of England. The administrative county comprises seven districts: Daventry, East Northamptonshire, South Northamptonshire, and the boroughs of Corby, Kettering, Northampton, and Wellingborough.
When did Northamptonshire County Cricket Club become first class?
This is a list in alphabetical order of cricketers who have played for Northamptonshire County Cricket Club (Northants) in top-class matches since 1905 when the club joined the County Championship and the team was elevated to official first-class status.
Who are the Northants County Cricket Club players?
Note that many players represented other top-class teams besides Northants and that some played for the club in minor counties cricket before 1905. Current players are shown as active to the latest season in which they played for the club.
When did James Smith play for Northants Cricket Club?
^ James played in two County Championship matches for Northants in 1906, taking two wickets and scoring two runs. Other than a surname and initial, no biographical details are known. ^ Smith was born in Northampton in 1905.
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Where is the Northamptonshire County Cricket Club Ground?
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Where can I buy cricket tickets in Northamptonshire?
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What was final day of cricket for Northamptonshire?
Despite an engrossing final day at Canterbury, Northamptonshire’s LV= Insurance County Championship fixture ended in a draw with players bumping fists shortly before 5pm.
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